Haygain Hay Steamer ®

Recent studies indicate that Inflammatory Airway Disease (IAD) may be more prevalent among horses than was previously believed. The condition, often only detected by scoping, impacts performance and reduces a horse’s quality of life.

One way to address IAD and Recurrent Airway Obstruction (RAO) is to reduce the number of allergens in horses’ hay. The Haygain Hay Steamer employs the only scientifically proven method for purifying hay. Inside its thermally insulated chest, steam is propelled from a best-in-class generator through a patented spike manifold system that ensures the uniform distribution of steam throughout the hay. The high temperature purifies the forage by destroying breathable particles, fungal spores, bacteria, and mites, while maintaining its palatability and nutritional value.

Research shows that use of the Haygain Hay Steamer reduces the incidence of IAD by as much as 63%. It can also aid in the management of laminitic, colic-prone, and post-operative equines.

The Haygain Hay Steamer comes in three models to accommodate everything from one horse to stables with four or more horses. Hay can be steamed by the bale, in flakes, or in Haygain’s custom non-shrinkable hay net—and the process is easy, taking about 60 minutes. haygain.com; (707) 838-4855